Castore exists for one single reason – to make athletes better. Our ethos is built upon the philosophy of BETTER NEVER STOPS, an ideal deeply infused in our DNA and something we strive to live every single day. We utilise advanced engineering and unique technical fabrics to create the highest quality sportswear in the world for athletes who demand the very best. Designed with a passion for innovation with specialist features to help to optimise athletic performance in all conditions.

The founders’ vision is to build Castore into a brand respected across the globe for a deep and unrelenting commitment to engineering the highest quality sportswear in the world, with no stone left unturned in its search for innovation and performance enhancement.

The sportswear market has been dominated by a small clique of mass-market brands and the vision is for Castore to be a premium alternative to these, the natural brand of choice for discerning athletes who demand the very best.

The Role

As a Licensing Executive, you’ll play a key role in supporting the Licensing Manager to deliver a high performing, commercially focused licensing programme. This is a fast-paced, hands on role where attention to detail, organisation and a proactive mindset will help drive the success of our partnerships and product ranges.

Roles and Responsibilities

You’ll support the day-to-day management of licensing activity, from coordinating product approvals and tracking licensee performance to maintaining commercial records and supporting contract administration. You’ll also contribute to market research helping the team identify new categories, unlock commercial opportunities and bring innovative products to fans.

Working closely with teams across Merchandising, Sports partnerships, Marketing, Legal and Finance, you’ll help keep projects moving and ensure our licensing activity is delivered accurately, efficiently and on time. You’ll also build strong relationships with external licensees and retail partners, supporting key commercial moments and helping turn opportunities into compelling products for fans.

You’ll be part of a collaborative, ambitious team at Castore where pace matters, ideas are encouraged and everyone plays a role in driving the business forward.

Skills & Experience

• A genuine passion for sport, sports merchandise, brands and marketing, with an understanding of how licensing can bring fans closer to the teams and brands they love.

• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and deadlines in a fast-moving environment.

• Detail-focused and commercially aware, with a commitment to maintaining accurate information, reporting and documentation.

• A confident communicator who can build strong relationships with colleagues, licensees, retail partners and other external stakeholders.

• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and working with trackers, reporting tools and shared systems.

• A proactive team player who takes ownership, spots opportunities and finds practical solutions when challenges arise.

• Curious and keen to learn, with the ambition to build a career in licensing, retail and the wider sports industry.

What We Offer

•Competitive salary
•Discretionary bonus scheme
•25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
•Modern city centre offices in Manchester and London
•An opportunity to work with global sporting partners
•A chance to build a career with a fast paced, high growth brand
•Employee assistance programme
•Generous staff discount